Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort
Tangalle, Sri-Lanka
Tangalle, Sri-Lanka
Hidden on a rocky outcrop along a secluded stretch of Sri Lanka’s southernmost coastline, Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort boasts the most unique location of any hotel in this beautiful corner of the island. Set amidst a coconut plantation and golden crescent shores with glorious Indian Ocean views, the resort offers a naturally exclusive hideaway for exotic beach life in a tranquil world of your own, as well as living out dreams of adventure with easy access to iconic cultural sites, spectacular national parks and whale watching destinations.
The natural tropical beauty of towering coconut palms, a golden crescent beach and Indian Ocean waves offer idyllic surrounds and spectacular views for 152 rooms and pool villas. Inspired by ancient Sri Lankan design and Anantara’s sense of indulgence, our resort’s luxury accommodation offers couple’s romance, ample space for families and friends, as well as specially adapted facilities for differently abled guests, making us the perfect choice amongst hotels in Tangalle.
Practice holistic exercises on the shore as you watch the sunrise and discover the local area by bicycle or tuk-tuk. Relax in paradise at our tropical pool, a refreshing cocktail in hand. Indulge in sensual spa pampering, including specialist Ayurvedic and reflexology treatments. While unlike other Tangalle hotels in the area, our wonderful leisure facilities include a children’s and teens’ club, enabling parents to balance family time with precious hours alone.
Savour the charms and flavours of island life, partaking in the colonial tradition of high tea and creating authentic Sri Lankan cuisine in a Spice Spoons cooking class. For refined international tastes, delight in gourmet Italian dining on an ocean facing cliff top, Sri Lankan inspired teppanyaki beside the beach, private wine cellar degustation dinners and tailored Dining by Design occasions.
As the only resort in the area to be nestled on a rocky outcrop along a secluded stretch of Sri Lanka’s southernmost coastline, Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort boasts a truly unique location amongst Tangalle hotels in Sri Lanka. Set amidst a coconut plantation, edging a golden crescent beach and the stunning Indian Ocean, our resort offers a secret paradise that is also easily accessible.
Cinnamon Air operates a 45 minute air transfer once a day between Colombo’s Bandaranaike International Airport and Dickwella, which is just 10 minutes from the resort. Guests can also charter a private Cinnamon Air flight at any time of day. For those who prefer the scenic route on land, our resort is a three and a half hour drive from Bandaranaike International Airport.
Escape to a sanctuary within a sanctuary to put your beauty and wellness needs in the healing hands of therapists who are trained to the highest international standards. Choose from a menu of trusted ancient therapies from Sri Lanka and across Asia, as well as the most popular western techniques and advanced spa wisdom Sri Lanka spa hotels such as ours offer complete rejuvenation that is more than just skin deep.
Skin is revitalised by scrubs and wraps that nourish with nature’s secrets. Massages work to heal, de-stress and rebalance. Personally prescribed facials wind back the years and target the needs of all skin types. While our specialist Ayurvedic and reflexology treatments go beyond relaxation to offer a wealth of holistic benefits.
Whether your heart’s desire is to swim in the ocean or our beautiful pool, work out in the gym or practice holistic exercises on the beach, or to master the techniques of traditional Sri Lankan cuisine in a cooking class, with Anantara each day can be blissfully lazy or bursting with inspiration.
Surrounded by tropical garden scenery and swaying palms, our 25 metre pool invites you to sunbathe and swim in a paradise setting. Watch little ones play in the shallow children’s section, while you relax on a lounger nearby, a refreshing beverage in hand.
Stay in shape with a well-rounded fitness session using state of the art cardio, free weight and treadmill equipment. Open 24 hours a day with a personal trainer available upon request.
Take a deep breath, stretch and reconnect with your natural flow, enjoying yoga and meditation classes on the beach, or in the privacy of your villa.
Challenge a companion to an energising game of tennis or badminton at our open air courts. A coach is available upon request.
Set out on bikes and explore the local area, passing beautiful temples, bustling local markets, sweeping golden beaches and village life.
Leave your little ones and teenagers in the professional care of our well trained and energetic staff. With a playground shaded by trees and a purpose built club offering a fun and safe environment for arts, crafts, games and movie time, as well as a cosy nap area, our children’s and teens’ club is the perfect place to get creative, play and make new friends.
Enjoy a richly interactive experience that immerses you in Sri Lanka’s unique culinary culture. Begin with a guided tour of a fruit and vegetable market and a fishing port, for an authentic taste of local life. Choose from a menu of traditional island recipes and learn to create your favourites in a step by step cooking class in the luxurious surrounds of our resort. Leave with new skills to entertain family and friends back home, as well as a Spice Spoons shopping bag containing a certificate, apron, chopping board and box of recipe cards.
Culinary experiences immerse you in Sri Lanka’s distinctive flavours and cultural traditions, and also excite discerning palates with refined tastes and elegant surprises. Offering stunning cliff edge, shoreline and poolside settings, unforgettable dining experiences are enjoyed with truly beautiful views at our captivating Tangalle restaurants.
Perched on a cliff edge facing the ocean, Italian restaurant Il Mare is spectacularly situated to offer fine dining with views worth lingering over. Showcasing the simple culinary pleasures of the Italian coastline, fresh catches of the day are brought ashore by local fishermen to Anantara’s beach and handed over to master chefs who transform the ocean bounty into delectable seafood creations and signature handmade pasta dishes, complemented by fine wines presented by our world class sommelier. Sweet indulgence follows with authentic Italian desserts and gourmet cheeses, rounded off with a choice of gourmet coffees, liquors and cognacs.
Teppanyaki inspired dining is enriched by the unique flavours of Sri Lankan cuisine at specialty beachside restaurant Verele. Experience the vibrant entertainment of master chefs who showcase their skillful acrobatic shows to create succulent meat and fresh seafood dishes with sizzling showmanship and a dash of local flair.
El Vino — Share connoisseur degustation menus and tapas style creations with impeccable wine pairings in good company. Spend a convivial evening in the company of our chef, savouring cuisine that is a real talking point.
Feel revived by delicious refreshments all day long, either in the shady comfort of the bar or while you relax on loungers by the pool. Sip fruity tropical beverages, chilled beers or a glass of wine. Satisfy hunger cravings with a casual menu of snacks and light bites, letting the conversation flow long into the afternoon over sundowner cocktails in poolside bliss.
Retreat to a charming lounge with a south Ceylon colonial ambience for the afternoon tradition of high tea. Enjoy a variety of boutique and single estate teas from the highlands, served with our Pastry Chef’s meticulous creations of freshly baked scones and homemade local fruit jams.